Senior Life Skills Coach

Apis Services Inc•Jenks Township, PA

7d•$0 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive. For more than 50 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
At least one year of experience working in a similar setting.
At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State and child clearances and FBI.
Non-communicable disease physical exam.
Valid driver's license from employee's state of residence.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Nice To Haves

Compassionate
Dependable
Patient
Team-Oriented
Service-Focused
Professional
Positive
Committed to Helping Others

Responsibilities

Interacts meaningfully with clients.
Observes client behavior and intervenes appropriately.
Provides effective peoplesecurity (headcounts, room checks, client movement, etc.)
Processes intakes and screen clients.
Implements daily activity schedule - structures and coordinates client activities (i.e.family night, recreation, etc.)
Facilitates and documents various psychoeducational groups/meetings (i.e.theme groups, D&A education seminars,processand procedure meetings, etc.)
Facilitates the decision-making process.
Aids in mentoring/orientating the LSWII's.
Supervises self-administration of medication.
Ensures that the treatment unit has adequate supplies (i.e.toilet paper, shampoo, cleaning supplies, etc.)
Supports the Abraxas philosophy and missions and promotes the Seven Key Principles of Care.
Demonstratesappropriate useof Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.